After the launch of the EU Pilot Project ERASMUS for Young Entrepreneurs on 19 February 2009, Malta is proud to be the first country to send a New Entrepreneur, Jean-Pierre Galea to work and learn more about entrepreneurship in an ICT company in Spain.

Jean-Pierre, who is aspiring to open his own web development business traveled to Spain on Saturday 9 May – Europe Day, to start a 6 week work experience with a Spanish Host Entrepreneur.

“The Erasmus Entrepreneur programme immediately caught my eye as I was contemplating setting up my own internet consultancy business. Through this programme I believe that I will get the necessary kick start which will enable me to start my business on a strong footing, after having collected valuable business knowledge and industry tips from my host entrepreneur,” said Mr Galea.

22 countries and over 100 organisations from within the European Union are participating in ERASMUS for Young Entrepreneurs. Koperattivi Malta is the company which is coordinating this project in Malta and forms one of the smallest consortia within the project, together with their Italian partners CIA Confederazione Italiana Agricoltori who have a very strong network throughout Italy.

Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs is an opportunity not to be missed by both established and aspiring entrepreneurs to enhance their networking and business opportunities in Europe. Contact Liz Camilleri Fava on 9982-4987 or Ray Cassar on 2148-4835 or visit the website www.apex.coop.